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Kraken lets traders use tokenized stocks as collateral for leveraged trades

July 5, 2026 Jackson Miller

Crypto exchange Kraken has begun accepting select tokenized stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as collateral for futures and margin trading, allowing eligible users to open leveraged positions without selling their holdings. The feature initially supports 10 tokenized stocks and ETFs, including Apple, Nvidia, Tesla, Strategy, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF and Invesco QQQ Trust. Eligible […]

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Kalshi posts record $9.4B June trading volume as World Cup drives prediction market surge

July 5, 2026 Jackson Miller

Kalshi recorded its highest monthly trading volume in June, driven by surging activity around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as prediction markets continue to attract both retail traders and regulatory scrutiny. Data from DefiLlama shows Kalshi processed nearly $9.4 billion in trading volume last month, up from roughly $5.3 billion in May. Polymarket International also […]

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SOL rallies to $83 as Solana memecoins and prediction markets surge: Are bulls back?

July 4, 2026 Jackson Miller

Solana’s native token SOL reached a 30-day high of $83 on Friday, decoupling from a broader altcoin market downturn. The rally was fueled by a resurgence in memecoin activity, a surge in tokenized asset volumes, and growing interest in prediction markets built on the Solana network. However, onchain data suggests traders remain cautious about betting […]

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Trump says ‘nothing wrong’ with $1.4B crypto windfall while in office

July 4, 2026 Jackson Miller

US President Donald Trump has responded to criticism of his 2025 financial disclosures, showing that he earned $1.4 billion in income from crypto-related ventures while in office. In a Thursday interview with CNBC’s Joe Kernen, Trump said that there was “nothing illegal” and “nothing wrong” with profiting from his crypto investments as president. He claimed […]

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Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen backs Senator Gillibrand’s son’s crypto venture: Report

July 3, 2026 Jackson Miller

Chris Larsen, co-founder and executive chair of Ripple Labs, was reportedly among the investors backing a financial venture launched by the son of US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, according to a Thursday report from Politico. The development comes as the New York Democrat is actively involved in negotiations over ethics provisions in a major crypto market […]

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Crypto Today: FBI director amends disclosure, Standard Chartered brings USDC to banking rails, France cracks down on wrench attacks

July 3, 2026 Jackson Miller

The cryptocurrency arena saw significant developments today, with a high-profile ethics disclosure, a major step in stablecoin integration with traditional banking, and a growing security crisis in Europe. Here is a breakdown of the key stories shaping the crypto world on July 2, 2026. FBI Director Amends Financial Disclosure After Delayed Strategy Investment Report FBI […]

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Robinhood launches public blockchain, eyes UK crypto trading expansion

July 2, 2026 Jackson Miller

Stock and cryptocurrency trading platform Robinhood has officially launched its public mainnet, Robinhood Chain, after months of testing. The company also announced plans to introduce crypto trading services for residents in the United Kingdom, signaling a broader push into decentralized finance and international markets. Robinhood Chain goes live Robinhood Chain, a layer 2 blockchain built […]

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Bitcoin Bounces From 21-Month Low, but Use Data Signals Caution: Was $57K the Bottom?

July 2, 2026 Jackson Miller

Bitcoin (BTC) found its footing on Wednesday, bouncing from a 21-month low of $57,737 to trade as high as $60,200. The 2.7% rebound offered a moment of relief for a market that has shed roughly a third of its value since the start of the year. Ether (ETH) and Solana (SOL) also rose, up 3% […]

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Reveals Builders Stage Agenda: AI, M&A, and the New Playbook for Startup Growth

July 1, 2026 Sarah Chen

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has released the full agenda for its Builders Stage, a dedicated track designed for founders and startup operators tackling the challenges of scaling a company. The event, scheduled for October 13-15 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, will feature more than 10,000 attendees and a lineup of sessions focused on practical, […]

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Strategy’s capital overhaul: Can buybacks and a Bitcoin sale option silence ‘death spiral’ fears?

July 1, 2026 Jackson Miller

Strategy’s latest capital framework, announced on June 29, represents the company’s most explicit attempt to address mounting investor fears about its financial stability. The plan includes up to $1 billion in buybacks for both MSTR and STRC securities, an expanded cash reserve of $2.55 billion, and — notably for a company long associated with a […]